How to identify a first printing
- States 'First Edition' or 'First Atria Books hardcover edition' on the copyright page AND uses a descending number line ending in 1.
- Simon & Schuster-family convention: explicit 'First [Imprint] edition (Year)' statement is the reliable signal.
- Number line ending in 1 alongside the statement confirms first printing.
- Reprints note 'Second edition' or shift the line / drop the statement.
Notable points & cautions
- Founded 2002 (originally 'Atria' from Latin for entry hall); a flagship S&S commercial/literary imprint.
- Part of Simon & Schuster. S&S imprints characteristically use the verbose 'First [Imprint] hardcover edition' wording.
- Emily Bestler Books and Marysue Rucci Books are eponymous editor imprints under Atria — same convention.
- Washington Square Press is largely a trade-paperback reprint line — usually NOT a first.
Imprints
First editions also appear under: Washington Square Press, Emily Bestler Books, Marysue Rucci Books, 37 INK, Atria/Primero Sueño Press, One Signal, Howard Books (sister). Each generally follows the house convention above.
Frequently asked questions
How do I know if my Atria Books book is a first edition?
Check the copyright page. States 'First Edition' or 'First Atria Books hardcover edition' on the copyright page AND uses a descending number line ending in 1. Simon & Schuster-family convention: explicit 'First [Imprint] edition (Year)' statement is the reliable signal.
Does Atria Books use a number line?
Simon & Schuster-family convention: explicit 'First [Imprint] edition (Year)' statement is the reliable signal.
Is a book-club edition a Atria Books first edition?
No. Book-club editions reprint the text but are not the true first edition. Founded 2002 (originally 'Atria' from Latin for entry hall); a flagship S&S commercial/literary imprint.
What era does this cover?
This covers Atria Books (2002–present). Conventions changed over time, so confirm the era of your copy.